Genesee County - Family Court

Genesee County Court Facility 1 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 ww2.nycourts.gov/courts/8jd/Genesee/index.shtml
Main Phone
585-201-5717

Fax
585-371-3956

Primary Services
Family Law Courts

Description
Family Court for Genesee County. Handles most cases involving youths between 8 and 16 years old who are charged with offenses that would be crimes if committed by adults. Also hears cases involving child custody, adoption, determination of support payments, and the paternity of children. Deals with all types of family disputes except the termination of marriage which is handled exclusively by the Supreme Court.

Hours
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

Eligibility
Residents of Genesee County or those with legal issues in Genesee County.

Intake Process
Call for information.

Program Fees
Varies according to court service; call for information.

Handicap Accessible?
Yes

Accessibility
Building is handicap accessible. Handicap entrance with a push button to open the main entrance, as well as an elevator to the second floor and handicap accessible bathrooms located on both floors.

Date of Official Change
Apr 22, 2020

Contacts
Laurie Johnston (Primary)
Family Court Chief Clerk
ljohnsto@nycourts.gov
585-201-5743